Fujifilm A200 User manual

BL00224-200

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1

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2.0

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Getting Ready

Camera Connection

Using FinePixViewer

Basic Photography

Advanced Features

Photography

Advanced Features

Playback

Software Installation

Settings

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Warning

This symbol is intended to alert the user to

the presence of uninsulated “dangerous

voltage” within the product’s enclosure

that may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important operating

and maintenance

(

servicing

)

instructions

in the literature accompanying the

appliance.

For customers in the U.S.A.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

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1

)

This device may not cause

harmful interference, and

(

2

)

this device must

accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The graphical symbols are located on the bottom

of the case.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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CAUTION

This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to

radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to

try to correct the interference by one or more of

the following measures:

—

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—

Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

—

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Please read the Safety Notes

(

➡

P.114

)

and make sure you understand them

before using the camera.

—

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in this

manual could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment.

Notes on the Grant:

To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this

product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified

ferrite-core USB cable and DC supply cord.

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES

-

003.

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4 Advanced Features Playback

PLAYING BACK MOVIES (VIDEO)

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■ Playing back movies

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49

wMODE

SELECTING A AUTO OR S MANUAL

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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION

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34

PHOTOGRAPHY AND MOVIE MENU OPTIONS

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35

y SETTING THE QUALITY

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c FLASH

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AUTO

Auto Flash Mode

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n Red-Eye Reduction

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c Forced Flash

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38

b Suppressed Flash

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v Slow Synchro

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= SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

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d EV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)

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42

a

WHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE)

...

43

T MOVIE (VIDEO)

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44

■ xD-Picture Card standard shooting time

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44

Quality settings for movies

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47

TMODE

PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

QMODE

Contents

LOADING THE BATTERIES AND xD-Picture Card

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11

Compatible batteries

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11

xD-Picture Card (sold separately)

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11

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

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14

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

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15

Changing the date and time

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16

To change the date display format

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16

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

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18

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

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19

TAKING PICTURES (A AUTO MODE)

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21

Number of Available Frames

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24

■ Standard number of shots per xD-Picture Card

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24

FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION

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25

DIGITAL ZOOM

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26

E MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY

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VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK)

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Fast Forwarding Images

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MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

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wMODE

QMODE

1 Getting Ready

2 Basic Photography

3 Advanced Features Photography

Warning

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2

Preface

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6

Camera Features and Accessories

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7

Nomenclature/Attaching the strap

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8

PLAYBACK ZOOM

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30

ERASING SINGLE FRAME

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5

gADJUSTING THE MONITOR BRIGHTNESS

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63

gUSING SET–UP

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■ List of settings

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■ SET–UP Menu Options

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65

gPOWER SAVE

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66

SET–UP

5 Settings

6.1 The Software Components

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6.2 Installation on a Windows PC

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6.2.1 Load the CD-ROM into your PC

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6.2.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart

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6.3 Installation on a Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2

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6.3.1 Check the system software settings

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6.3.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart

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73

6.4 Installation on a Mac OS X

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76

6.4.1 From FinePixViewer installation to restart

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76

6 Software Installation

System Expansion Options

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97

Accessories Guide

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98

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

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100

Notes on the Power Supply

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101

Applicable Batteries

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101

Notes on the Batteries

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101

AC Power Adapter

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103

Notes on the xD-Picture Card

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104

Warning Displays

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Troubleshooting

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108

Explanation of Terms

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111

Specifications

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112

Safety Notes

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114

EC Declaration of Conformity

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7.3 Use at PC-CAM mode

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7.4 Disconnecting the Camera

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86

p

ERASING SINGLE

•

ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING

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50

kPROTECTING IMAGES FRAME/ALL

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54

i

HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF)

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i DPOF SET FRAME

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PLAYBACK MENU

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2

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7

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8 Using FinePixViewer

7 Camera Connection

7.1 Using the optional AC Power adapter

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79

7.2 Use at DSC mode

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8.1 Saving Images on Your Computer

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8.2 Making a FinePix CD Album

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8.3 Using the FinePix Internet Service

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8.4 User Registration

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90

8.5 Mastering FinePixViewer

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94

8.6 Uninstalling the Software

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95

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Preface

■

Test Shots Prior to Photography

For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and

overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the

image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally.

h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for any

incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the

loss of income from photography) incurred as a result of

faults with this product.

■

Notes on Copyright

Images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be

used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent

of the owner, unless intended only for personal use. Note that

some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage

performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when

intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note

that the transfer of memory cards containing images or data

protected under copyright laws is only permissible within the

restrictions imposed by those copyright laws.

■

Liquid Crystal

If the LCD monitor or display panel is damaged, take particular

care with the liquid crystal in the monitor or panel. If any of the

following situations arise, take the urgent action indicated.

h If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with

running water and soap.

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least

15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.

h If liquid crystal is swallowed

Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities

of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical assistance.

■

Notes on Electrical Interference

If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts, please

note that this camera may cause interference to other

equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For details, please

check with the applicable regulations.

■

Handling Your Digital Camera

This camera contains precision electronic components. To

ensure that images are recorded correctly, do not subject the

camera to impact or shock while an image is being recorded.

■

Trademark Information

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.

h iMac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple

Computer, Inc.

h QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used

under license. The QuickTime logo is registered in the

U.S. and other countries.

h Adobe Acrobat

®

Reader

™

is a trademark of Adobe Systems

Incorporated of the U.S.

h Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo and DirectX are

either trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Windows is an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft

Windows Operating System.

✽ The “Designed for Microsoft Windows XP” logo refers to

the camera and the driver only.

h xD-Picture Card and other company or product names are

trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective

companies.

■ Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2)

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that

contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.

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Camera Features and Accessories

h 2.0 million effective pixels

h High-resolution Fujinon lens.

h Maximum recording pixels of 1600 × 1200 pixels (1.92

million pixels)

h Compact and lightweight body

h Wide range of photography applications (includes

Macro function)

h Automatic scene recognition, auto white balance and

AE functions built in

h Automatic high-precision flash built in with extensive

flash control functionality

h 2.5× digital zoom photography and up to 10× zoom

playback functions

h Easy operation using the Mode switch and 4-way

“fg” button

h Shoots movies (320 × 240/160× 120 pixels without sound)

h USB connection for quick and easy image file

downloading (using the enclosed Interface Set)

h Built-in PC Camera function

h Runs on 2 Alkaline/Ni-MH AA batteries

h Conforms to the new standard for digital camera file

system

✽

✽ “Design for Camera File system” standard and Exif

format are formulated by the Japanese Electronic

and Information Association (JEITA)

Camera Features Accessories

h16 MB, xD-Picture Card (1)

Supplied with: Anti-static case (1)

hLR6 AA-size alkaline Batteries (2)

hHand strap (1)

hUSB Interface Set

(

1

)

• CD-ROM: Software for FinePix SX (1)

• Special USB cable with Noise Suppression core (1)

hOwner’s Manual

(

this manual

)(

1

)

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Nomenclature

✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera features.

Viewfinder window

Shutter button

Macro selector switch

(P.27)

Lens/Lens cover

Movie mode(P.44)

Still photography mode(P.21)

Playback mode(P.28)

Self-timer lamp

(P.41)

Flash control

sensor

Flash

(P.37)

(Special USB)

socket

(P.80, 83)

DC IN 3V

(Power input)

socket

(P.79)

POWER switch(P.14)

Mode switch

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button

MENU/OK button

(P.19)

DISP button

(P.19, 25, 29)

BACK button(P.19)

Strap mount

xD-Picture Card slot

(P.13)

Viewfinder lamp(P.23)

Viewfinder(P.22)

LCD monitor(P.22)

Tr ipod mount

Battery cover

(P.12)

Battery compartment

Attaching the strap

1 2

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Nomenclature (Sample display)

Macro

Number of remaining shots

Camera shake warning

Battery low warning

Quality mode

EV

White balance

Flash

Photography mode

Zoom bar

Date

Protection

DPOF

Date

Playback mode

Playback frame number

Example of LCD Monitor Text Display: Still photography mode

Example of LCD Monitor Text Display: Playback mode

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1

Compatible batteries

Use two AA-size alkaline batteries or two AA-

size nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries.

◆

Notes on Handling Batteries

◆

h It is recommended that you use the same brand of

alkaline batteries as those supplied with the camera.

h Never use a battery when the

outer casing is split or peeling as

this could result in a short-circuit

and cause major problems due

to battery fluid leakage or

overheating.

h Do not use different types of batteries or old and new

batteries together.

h You cannot use lithium, manganese or nickel-

cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries.

h The operating lives of alkaline batteries vary between

brands and the life of batteries you purchase may be

shorter than the alkaline batteries provided with the

camera. Note also that due to the nature of alkaline

batteries, the time for which they can be used is

shorter in cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C

(+50°F) or below). Consequently, Ni-MH batteries are

recommended.

h Soiling (fingerprints, etc) on the terminals of batteries

can greatly reduce the time for which the batteries

provide power.

h You will need the optional charger (➡P.98) to recharge

Ni-MH batteries.

h See P.101 for notes on using batteries.

1 Getting Ready

LOADING THE BATTERIES AND xD-Picture Card

xD-Picture Card

(

sold separately

)

DPC-16 (16MB) DPC-32 (32MB)

DPC-64 (64MB) DPC-128 (128MB)

●

!

Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it

is used with FUJIFILM xD-Picture Card.

●

!

Because xD-Picture Cards are small, they can be

accidentally swallowed by small children. Be sure to

store xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small

children. If a child accidentally swallows an xD-

Picture Card, seek medical advice immediately.

●

!

See P.104, 105 for more information on xD-Picture

Card.

Outer casing

Front Back

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LOADING THE BATTERIES AND xD-Picture Card

●

!

Do not apply excessive force to the battery cover.

●

!

You should carry a spare set of batteries (sold

separately) when taking pictures.

Slide the battery cover out and lift it open. Insert the batteries correctly as indicated by the

polarity icons.

1 2

Do not open the battery cover while the camera

is still switched on as this could corrupt the

image files on the xD-Picture Card or damage

the xD-Picture Card itself.

◆

When you want to replace the battery

◆

●

!

Take care not to drop the battery when opening

and closing the battery cover.

Check that the camera is switched off, open

the battery cover and then remove the

battery.

01 02

13

1

3

◆

Replacing an xD-Picture Card

◆

When you push the xD-Picture Card into the slot

and then slowly remove your finger, the lock is

released and the xD-Picture Card is pushed out.

You can then pull the xD-Picture Card the rest of

the way out.

1 Push the xD-Picture Card firmly into the

xD-Picture Card slot as far as it will go.

2 Close the battery cover.

●

!

If you open the battery cover while the camera is still

switched on, the camera is automatically switched

off to protect the xD-Picture Card.

●

!

The xD-Picture Card will not slide fully into the slot if

it is inserted facing the wrong way. Be careful not to

apply undue force to the xD-Picture Card.

●

!

When storing xD-Picture Card, always use the anti-

static case provided.

●

!

Take care not to remove your finger too quickly

after the lock is released, as the card may

spring completely out of the slot.

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SWITCHING ON AND OFF

●

!

To set the date and time later, press the “BACK”

button.

●

!

If you do not set the date and time, this confirmation

screen will appear each time you switch the camera on.

When you first switch the camera on, the date is

cleared. Press the “MENU/OK” button to set the

date and time.

1 2

To switch the camera on and off, slide the power

switch sideways. When you switch the camera

on, the viewfinder lamp lights (green).

●

!

Take care not to touch the lens when you switch the

camera on as the lens cover opens when the

camera is switched on.

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1

SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

1 Use “d” or “c” to select Year, Month, Day,

Hour or Minute. You can select your preferred

date format.

2 Press “a” or “b” to set the number.

Once you have set the date and time, press the

“MENU/OK” button. Pressing the “MENU/OK”

button switches the camera to Photography or

Playback mode.

●

!

To set the time precisely, press the “MENU/OK”

button when the time is at zero seconds.

●

!

If the camera is left for 30 minutes or longer with the

batteries removed and the AC power adapter

disconnected, the date and time settings may revert

to the factory default settings. If this occurs, reset the

date and time.

●

!

If you hold down “a” or “b”, the numbers change

continuously.

●

!

When the time displayed passes “12:00”, the AM/PM

setting automatically switches.

3 4

01 02

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

Changing the date and time

To change the date and time:

1 Press the “MENU/OK” button.

2 Use “d” or “c” to select “g” OPTION and

then use “a” or “b” to select “SET–UP”.

3 Press the “MENU/OK” button.

4 Select “DATE/TIME” and press “c”.

See P.15 for information on setting the date and

time.

0103 0204

01 02

1Press “d” or “c” to select the date format.

2Press “a” or “b” to set the format. Refer to

the table below for details of the settings.

To change the date display format

You can select your preferred date format.

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1

◆

Power Save Function

◆

If the camera is not used for 2 minutes, this

function automatically switches it off.

When this function is enabled, the LCD monitor

switches off to conserve battery power if the

camera is not used in any way for 30 seconds

(See P.66 for details).

◆

Checking the remaining battery charge

◆

Switch the camera on and check that no battery

level warning (

Z or X) is displayed on the

LCD monitor. If no icon is displayed, there is

ample charge left in the battery.

i

Z Lit red:

Battery charge low. Replace or recharge the

battery as it will run out shortly.

i

X Blinking red:

The battery is exhausted. The display will shortly

go blank and the camera will stop working.

Replace or recharge the battery.

●

!

The above estimates are for the Still photography

modes. In Playback mode, the transition from

“

Z” to “X” may take less time.

Displays the date in the “month/day/

year” format.

MM/DD/YYYY

Displays the date in the “day.month.

year” format.

DD.MM.YYYY

YYYY.MM.DD

Explanation

Setting

Displays the date in the “year.month.

day” format.

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SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

2Use “fg” to select “SET–UP” from the

“g” OPTION menu.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

1The “SET–UP” screen appears. Use “a” or

“b” to select “LANGUAGE”.

2Use “c” to select “ENGLISH”, “FRANCAIS” or

“DEUTSCH”. You can cycle through the

language settings by pressing “c”.

01 02

21

0301

02

●

!

The screens in this manual are shown in English.

●

!

See P.64 for more information on the “g” OPTION

menu.

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2

Basic

Photography

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

Change frame in playback.

Digital zoom, Playback zoom.

●Main actions performed by a, b, dand c

●DISP button

You can use this button to select the LCD monitor display.

When shooting: Switches the LCD monitor on and off or displays

the framing guides.

During playback: Switches text display on and off or selects multi-

frame playback.

●POWER switch

Slide this switch to turn the camera on and off.

●MENU/OK button

Displays the menu screen when you are

shooting or playing back images. You also

press this button to confirm a menu

selection.

●BACK button

Press this button to stop a procedure midway through.

●

Switching between still photography,

playback and movies

q

Still photography: For recording still

photography.

w

Playback: For playing back recorded

data.

u

Movie: For recording movies (P.44).

You’ve read the chapter on getting ready and the camera is now set up and ready to take pictures.

The Basic Photography section explains the three basic steps of “taking pictures”, “viewing pictures” and

“erasing pictures”. Master the basic steps by actually trying them out on the camera as you go.

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BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

●Using the Menus

1

Display the menu.

Press the “MENU/OK” button.

2

Select a menu option.

Press the “d” or “c”.

Press this button to stop

a procedure midway

through.

Help messages are displayed at the bottom of

the screen to show you the next step to take.

Press the button indicated.

Press the “DISP” button

to use the zoom.

In the Owner’s Manual, black triangles

are used to indicate up, down, left

and right. “ab” is used to indicate

up/down. Left and right are indicated

by “d” and “c” respectively.

3

Select a setting.

Press the “a” or “b”.

Displaying the On-screen Help

4

Confirm your selection.

Press the “MENU/OK” button.

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